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Removal/Installation

GENERATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING: When the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body with generator terminal B generates sparks. This can cause personal injury, fire, and damage to the electrical components. When removing the generator, always disconnect the negative battery cable.

1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the battery cover.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the front suspension tower bar.
5. Remove the fresh air duct. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
6. Position the drive belt out of the way. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT.)







7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.